Agenda Profile: Tiit Maran

Inquiry Regarding Latvian Red Beetles in Estonia (no. 796)

2025-09-15

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

Political Position
The focus is on preventing the illegal release of animals into the wild, which is being addressed as a systemic problem rather than an isolated incident. The policy direction is geared toward regulatory oversight and the prevention of legal violations, emphasizing the necessity of tackling the issue more broadly than just on a case-by-case basis.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of environmental violations, citing specific details such as the location (Kõpu Peninsula on Hiiumaa), the time frame (March and April), and the animals' identification marks (yellow ear tags). This suggests expertise in illegal wildlife movement and environmental surveillance.

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Rhetorical Style
The style of the discourse is analytical and questioning, beginning with an acknowledgment of the information received. A logical inference (deer do not swim across that quickly) is used to support the view that this is a widespread problem. The tone is formal and concerned, concluding with a direct question about the communication between the agencies.

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Activity Patterns
The statement was delivered within the framework of an interpellation, indicating active participation in the legislative oversight process and the monitoring of government activities. No other activity patterns or frequencies are present.

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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at illegal activity (the unauthorized release of animals into the wild) and indirectly at the authorities, should they treat the problem too narrowly as an isolated incident. Specific political opponents are not named.

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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of inter-agency cooperation, directly inquiring about communication with the Environmental Board and the Ministry of Climate. This demonstrates a desire to resolve issues through coordinated action.

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Regional Focus
A strong regional focus has been placed on specific incidents that occurred on Hiiumaa and the Kõpu Peninsula, using local events as an example of a broader national problem.

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Economic Views
Insufficient data

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Social Issues
Insufficient data.

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Legislative Focus
The focus is on legislative oversight and the enforcement of regulations, particularly preventing the illegal release of wild animals into the wild. The speaker is initiating an inquiry, demanding a broader political approach and scrutiny of the agencies' activities.

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